Living Cardiovascular System

Students role-play as parts of the cardiovascular system to understand how heart, lungs, blood and muscles work together

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Students role-play as parts of the cardiovascular system to understand how heart, lungs, blood and muscles work together

Quick Info

moderate

15m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Coloured Bibs

4 sets (8 each colour)

Bean bags

15-20

Cones

8-10

Balls

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Health Related Fitness

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Team Play

Body Control

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Communication

Cooperation

Activity Type

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather